Clarence Thomas's Salary Complaints Fuel Resignation Fears
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas reportedly told a Republican congressman in 2000 that justices should receive a pay raise or risk resigning, sparking concerns among rightwingers due to his importance as a conservative. Thomas's financial situation and ethics have come under scrutiny this year, with reports of undeclared gifts from Republican donors. ProPublica's investigation revealed that Thomas had violated federal disclosure laws by not reporting a trip paid for by event organizers. Despite calls for his resignation or impeachment, the conservative majority in the court and Republican control of the House and Senate make these outcomes unlikely.